Zen Retard 200Mg Tablet
About Zen Retard 200Mg Tablet
This medication functions as an anticonvulsant and decreases the occurrence of abnormal nerve impulses in the brain which can lead to severe reactions like seizures and acute pain. It also treats nerve pains like trigeminal neuralgia and diabetic neuropathy.
Before starting the course of this medicine, make sure to give your doctor detailed information about any existing health issues and allergies. Also, inform the doctor if you suffer from heart problems, thyroid issues, porphyria, lupus, mental illness or a kidney problem.
What are the uses of Zen Retard 200Mg Tablet
Trigeminal Neuralgia
What are the contraindications of Zen Retard 200Mg Tablet ?
Bone Marrow Suppression
What are the side effects of Zen Retard 200Mg Tablet ?
Blurred Vision
Nausea Or Vomiting
Stiffness Of Limbs
Headache
Weight Gain
Yellow Colored Eyes Or Skin
Increased Sweating
Key highlights of Zen Retard 200Mg Tablet
How long is the duration of effect?
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 2 to 3 days.
What is the onset of action?
The peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 4.5 hours.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
This medicine is recommended only if clearly needed when no safer alternative is available.
What are the substitutes for Zen Retard 200Mg Tablet ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Zen Retard 200Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Tegrital Cr 200Mg Tablet
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- Versitol Retard 200Mg Tablet
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- Sterop 200mg Tablet
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- Normapine 200Mg Tablet
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- Seizurone 200Mg Tablet
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- Zepin 200mg Tablet
Consern Pharma P Ltd
- Versizur 200Mg Tablet
Micro Labs Ltd
- CARBASURE 200MG TABLET
Gentech Healthcare Pvt Ltd
- Carbapa 200Mg Tablet
Olcare Laboratories
- Cizetol 200Mg Tablet
Cipla Ltd
What are the dosage instructions?
Missed Dose instructions
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
How does this medication work?
The drug belongs to the class anticonvulsant. It works by reducing the excitation of the brain cells by inhibiting the sodium channels thus inhibits the repetitive firing of brain cells.
What are the interactions of Zen Retard 200Mg Tablet ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Alcohol
Alcohol
Consumption of alcohol with this medicine is not recommended as it increases the risk of side effects like dizziness, difficulty in concentration. Do not perform activities that require mental alertness like driving or operating machinery.Interaction with Lab Test
Lab
Information not available.Interaction with Food
Food
Information not available.
FAQs about Zen Retard 200Mg Tablet
Ques : What is Zen Retard 200Mg Tablet?
Ans : Zen Retard Tablet is a medication which has Carbamazepine as an active element present in it. This medicine performs its action by controlling seizures by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Ques : What are the uses of Zen Retard 200Mg Tablet?
Ans : Zen Retard 200Mg is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as epilepsy/seizures and trigeminal neuralgia.
Ques : What are the Side Effects of Zen Retard 200Mg Tablet?
Ans : Skin rash, Nausea, Vomiting, Sleepiness, Dizziness, Fatigue, Coordination impaired, etc are possible side effects.
Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Zen Retard 200Mg Tablet?
Ans : Zen 200Mg Tablet should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.
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